One of the effects and functions of pitaya: preventing arteriosclerosis, resisting aging and inhibiting the occurrence of dementia.
The content of anthocyanin in pitaya fruit is high, especially in red meat varieties. Anthocyanin is an effective antioxidant, which can effectively prevent arteriosclerosis, thus preventing stroke and thrombosis caused by heart attack; It can also fight against free radicals and effectively resist aging; It can also improve the prevention of brain cell degeneration and inhibit the occurrence of dementia.
The second function of pitaya is to detoxify and protect the stomach wall.
Pitaya is rich in plant albumin, which is not common in fruits and vegetables. This kind of active albumin will automatically combine with heavy metal ions in the human body and be excreted through the excretory system, thus playing the role of detoxification. In addition, albumin has protective effect on gastric wall.
The third effect of pitaya: whitening and losing weight
Pitaya is rich in vitamin C for whitening skin and water-soluble dietary fiber for reducing weight, lowering blood sugar, moistening intestines and preventing colorectal cancer.
The fourth effect and function of pitaya: preventing anemia
The iron content of pitaya is higher than that of ordinary fruit. Iron is an indispensable element to produce hemoglobin and other iron substances, and moderate intake of iron can also prevent anemia.